Safari Overview

This 7-day migration safari is specially designed to maximize your chances of witnessing the dramatic Mara River crossing in Northern Serengeti. During July to October, over 1.5 million wildebeests and thousands of zebras move through the northern Serengeti ecosystem, facing crocodile-infested waters and waiting predators.

With extended time in the migration zone, this safari increases your opportunity to witness one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth.

 Detailed Itinerary

 Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

• Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

• Meet & greet by Life For Africa representative

• Transfer to your hotel in Arusha

• Safari briefing

🏨 Overnight: Mid-range lodge in Arusha
(Meals: Bed & Breakfast)

 Day 2: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Destination Highlights:

• Famous for large elephant herds

• Iconic baobab trees

• Seasonal Tarangire River

Activities:

• Full-day game drive

• Wildlife viewing along the river

• Picnic lunch inside the park

Wildlife:

• Elephants

• Lions

• Giraffes

• Zebras

• Wildebeests

• Leopards (occasionally)

🏕️ Overnight: Mid-range tented lodge near Tarangire
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

 Day 3: Karatu – Central Serengeti

• Early breakfast

• Drive via Ngorongoro Highlands

• Scenic views of Ngorongoro Crater

• Continue to Serengeti National Park

Afternoon:

• Game drive en route to camp

Wildlife:

• Lions

• Cheetahs

• Hippos

• Large herbivore herds

🏕️ Overnight: Mid-range tented camp in Central Serengeti
(Meals: Full Board)

 Day 4: Central Serengeti – Northern Serengeti (Migration Area)

• Early morning game drive

• Continue north towards Kogatende / Mara River

Afternoon:

• First exploration of Mara River crossing points

• Track migration herds

🏕️ Overnight: Mid-range migration camp in Northern Serengeti
(Meals: Full Board)

 Day 5: Full Day Migration Safari – Mara River

Full Day Dedicated to River Crossing Action

• Early departure to riverbanks

• Visit multiple crossing points

• Follow herd movements

Possible Sightings:

• Thousands of wildebeests gathering

• Dramatic river crossings

• Nile crocodiles

• Lions waiting along banks

• Hyenas & cheetahs

• Elephant herds

📸 Excellent photography opportunities.

🏕️ Overnight: Northern Serengeti migration camp
(Meals: Full Board)

 Day 6: Northern Serengeti – Another Full Migration Day

Having two full days increases your crossing success rate.

Activities:

• Early morning river patrol

• Explore Lamai Wedge area

• Follow predator action

• Optional balloon safari (extra cost)

🏕️ Overnight: Northern Serengeti
(Meals: Full Board)

 Day 7: Northern Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater – Arusha

• Early breakfast

• Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

• Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for half-day game drive

Crater Highlights:

• Big Five (including Black Rhino)

• Dense wildlife concentration

• Hippo pool

• Flamingos (seasonal)

Afternoon drive back to Arusha.

Drop-off at hotel or airport.

(Meals: Breakfast & Lunch)

 Key Safari Destinations

✔️ Tarangire National Park
✔️ Serengeti National Park (Central & Northern)
✔️ Mara River Migration Area
✔️ Ngorongoro Crater

 Mid-Range Accommodation Examples

Arusha:

• Planet Lodge

• Kibo Palace (Mid-range option)

Tarangire Area:

• Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

• Tarangire Simba Lodge

Central Serengeti:

• Serengeti Kati Kati Camp

• Serengeti Heritage Camp

Northern Serengeti:

• Mara Kati Kati Camp

• Baobab Mara Camp

• Serengeti River Camp

 Package Includes

• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof

• Professional English-speaking safari guide

• All park & conservation fees

• All accommodation (6 nights)

• All meals as per itinerary

• Bottled drinking water

• Airport transfers

 Not Included

• International flights

• Visa fees

• Travel insurance

• Balloon safari (optional)

• Tips & personal expenses

• Alcoholic drinks